To properly check transmission fluid level, drive vehicle until transmission is well warmed up, at least a mile or two. Then with engine at idle, run car through the shift speeds and reverse, then back into either park or neutral. Then check the level with the engine running. If you had done that before checking it at work, it might not have shown over full. You know that these transmissions are getting older. Leaky seals will start to show. I think you will have to make your own judgement regarding the leak that occurs when parked on the steep part of the driveway. Also, when the transmission is slow to go into gear, it is a sign of wear on seals and clutches. I would recommend a full quart of Lucas Transmission fluid for your transmission. My 85 300 turbo does much better when I add the Lucas fluid.

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